Topic: Speed and distances · Nº 428 / 961
¿Qué separación lateral deberemos de mantener al adelantar a un ciclomotor dentro de poblado?
What sideways gap must we keep when overtaking a moped in a built-up area?
- A1,5 m como mínimo.At least 1.5 m.
- BLa proporcional a la velocidad, anchura y características de la vía.One in proportion to the speed and to the width and features of the road.
- CNo podemos adelantar dentro de poblado.We may not overtake in a built-up area.
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Correct answer
- A1,5 m como mínimo.At least 1.5 m.
Explanation
Under Article 85.4 of the General Traffic Regulations (RGC) (as worded by RD 518/2026), when overtaking a moped you must use part or all of the next lane or the opposite lane and leave a safety gap of at least 1.5 metres, also in built-up areas.
The rule · Real Decreto 1428/2003, de 21 de noviembre, Reglamento General de Circulación (RGC) · art. 85.4 (redacción del RD 518/2026)
debe efectuarlo ocupando parte o la totalidad del carril contiguo o contrario, en su caso, de la calzada y guardando una anchura de seguridad de, al menos, 1,5 metrosRead the full rule
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